Serving 491 students in grades 6-8, Uplift Education-north Hills Prep Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Uplift Education-north Hills Prep Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Uplift Education-north Hills Prep Middle School's student population of 491 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
491 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Uplift Education-north Hills Prep Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Uplift Education-north Hills Prep Middle School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#115 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
72%
5%
Hispanic
11%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
9%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Uplift Education-north Hills Prep Middle School's ranking?
Uplift Education-north Hills Prep Middle School is ranked #115 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Uplift Education-north Hills Prep Middle School often compared to?
Uplift Education-north Hills Prep Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Great Hearts Irving by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Uplift Education-north Hills Prep Middle School?
491 students attend Uplift Education-north Hills Prep Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Uplift Education-north Hills Prep Middle School students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Uplift Education-north Hills Prep Middle School?
Uplift Education-north Hills Prep Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Uplift Education-north Hills Prep Middle School offer ?
Uplift Education-north Hills Prep Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Uplift Education-north Hills Prep Middle School part of?
Uplift Education-north Hills Prep Middle School is part of Uplift Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Uplift Education-north Hills Prep Middle School located?
Uplift Education-north Hills Prep Middle School is located in the Las Colinas neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Las Colinas.
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